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How to mae black garlic

How to mae black garlic by chefgonin

On several occasions have you heard of black garlic and its almost miraculous properties for our body, but ...... You know it is and as it occurs ?. The black garlic is produced for the first time in Japan. Apparently a scientist began researching how to reduce the strong smell of common garlic ( Allium sativum ), so one of the…

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Pink Guava and Mango Bar Sushi

Pink Guava and Mango Bar Sushi by Purabi Naha

This Indo-Japanese Fusion sushi creation of mine is especially for those who never tried sushi before. It would be nice to start with a vegetarian sushi. But mind you, this fruit sushi is not a dessert sushi at all. It has interesting sweet, spicy and sour notes.

1 vote
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Kabocha Pumpkin Salad

Kabocha Pumpkin Salad by Yu

Cooking procedure is similar to simple mayo potato salad, just use Kabocha pumpkin instead of potato.

1 vote
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Pan Grilled Tofu with Miso Glaze

Pan Grilled Tofu with Miso Glaze by John Spottiswood

This is an outstanding and pretty appetizer to serve before any asian meal. Our kids, who are somewhat indifferent to tofu, gobbled these up. They are slightly sweet and salty, with enough additional flavor to be interesting. I made these along with a tried and true teriyaki chicken recipe, which I grilled to perfection, and I…

2 votes
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Eggplant Donburi

Eggplant Donburi by Nancy Miyasaki

As a Japanese american, I have a soft spot for donburi (Japanese term for just about anything served over rice). Our kids love it too. We mix up a warm bowl of brown and white rice and cover it with something warm, salty, sweet, and occasionally a bit spicy. This is rib sticking good, and best served in fall, winter or the early…

4 votes
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Takikomi Gohan (Japanese Mixed Rice)

Takikomi Gohan (Japanese Mixed Rice) by John Spottiswood

I loved eating this in Japan and love to order it when I am visit Suruki supermarket in downtown San Mateo. Finally, I learned to make it myself. It is amazingly easy and soooo good! This dish with just a small piece of grilled salmon, meat or vegetable makes a wonderful lunch or light dinner. Feel free to mix up the ingredients…

5 votes
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Harusame Salad

Harusame Salad by Suzi

Years ago my daughter lived in Hollywood, FL near the beach and we'd go to this Japanese restaurant off of Harrison Street. I can't recall the name of the restaurant but I do recall their Harusame Salad. Crispy fried rice sticks with purple cabbage, carrots, scallions and bean sprouts. The dressing was a Kimchi sauce. I have…

3 votes
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Famous Nagano Kabucha & Shitake Soup

Famous Nagano Kabucha & Shitake Soup by John Spottiswood

When I lived in Japan for 2 years I was introduced to many delicious foods. One of my most distinct food memories is of a hot, piping Kabucha (Japanese Pumpkin) soup I had in Nagano Prefecture after a very cold day of skiing. As is common in Japan, this was a small restaurant which was famous for and served almost nothing other than…

6 votes
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Simmered Cabbage and Shitake Mushrooms (Yasai no Fukumeni)

Simmered Cabbage and Shitake Mushrooms (Yasai no Fukumeni) by John Spottiswood

This combination is truly fantastic. Of course you have to like both ingredients..but if you do you'll love the combination. We served them last night with fresh sashimi and three other great Japanese side dishes (oshitashi, yakisoba, and simmered daikon), and this dish got the most praises. It's also a beautiful presentation, easy…

2 votes
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Tofu and Peanut Butter Udon Noodles

Tofu and Peanut Butter Udon Noodles by Hungry Jenny

Speedy vegetarian recipe with a fantastic satay-style sauce.

2 votes
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Japanese Snack/Dessert: Daigaku Imo/”University Sweet Potatoes”

Japanese Snack/Dessert: Daigaku Imo/”University Sweet Potatoes” by Robert-Gilles Martineau

Daigaku Imo litterally means “University Sweet Potato”! This snack/dessert became popular in the 1910’s in the vicinity of kanda in Tokyo where students were queuing at food stands serving them. They made for a hearty, cheap and nutritious food for…

2 votes
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Vegetable and Fruit Yoghurt Mousse

Vegetable and Fruit Yoghurt Mousse by Robert-Gilles Martineau

Is your whole family vegetarian? Here is a dessert for all, adults and chidren alike: Vegetables and Fruit Yoghurt Mousse!

1 vote
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Fried Lotus Roots

Fried Lotus Roots by Yuri Matsuura

Just try this recipe ! It is very good for appetizer and also for children's snack.

1 vote
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Japanese Spinach Salad, Ohitashi

Japanese Spinach Salad, Ohitashi by John Spottiswood

This is a delicious way to consume large quantities of one of the healthiest foods on the planet...spinach! I came to love this when I lived in Japan from 1991-1992, and make it frequently now because it is so easy, healthful and delicious. Serve this with any Asian dish, or any meat and potatoes. It's not particularly spicy, but…

2 votes
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Kanazawa Magic Dressing

Kanazawa Magic Dressing by simpleyum

A tasty Japanese salad dressing

3 votes
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